Asexual vs Sexual Reproduction (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Asexual reproduction
Asexual reproduction
One parent, genetically identical offspring
Main advantage of sexual reproduction
Main advantage of sexual reproduction
Genetic diversity
Diploid ()
Diploid ()
Cells with two complete sets of chromosomes
Haploid ()
Haploid ()
Cells with one set of chromosomes
Gametes
Gametes
Specialised reproductive cells (sperm & eggs) - haploid
Function of meiosis
Function of meiosis
Produces gametes by reducing chromosome number by half
Zygote
Zygote
Fertilised egg (diploid)
External fertilisation location
External fertilisation location
Outside body, typically in water
Pollination
Pollination
Transfer of pollen from anther to stigma
Why seed dispersal important?
Why seed dispersal important?
Prevents overcrowding, allows colonisation